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Commercial Auto Insurance

Proof of coverage for contracts and compliance

Commercial auto certificates prove your vehicle liability coverage to clients, shippers, and regulatory agencies. Many businesses require specific coverage levels before you can work for them.

A Commercial Auto Certificate of Insurance shows your liability limits, covered vehicles (by schedule or symbol), and policy dates. Transportation businesses may need additional filings with state or federal agencies.

Understanding Certificates & Endorsements

Standard Auto Certificate

Shows your commercial auto liability limits, covered auto symbols, and policy period. Most common document requested by clients.

When needed: Before starting any contract involving vehicles
Typical cost: Free from your insurer

Additional Insured - Auto

Adds another party to your auto liability coverage. Less common than GL additional insured but sometimes required.

When needed: When contracts specifically require auto AI status
Typical cost: $25-$75 per endorsement

MCS-90 Endorsement

Federal filing required for interstate for-hire carriers. Guarantees minimum $750K-$5M coverage depending on cargo.

When needed: Required for interstate commercial trucking
Typical cost: Included with policy for regulated carriers

State Filings (BMC/Form E)

State-required filings for intrastate carriers, livery services, or other regulated operations.

When needed: Required by state transportation departments
Typical cost: Usually included or minimal fee

Common Endorsements

Hired Auto Liability

Covers liability for vehicles you rent or borrow for business use.

Businesses that occasionally rent vehicles

Non-Owned Auto Liability

Covers liability when employees use their personal vehicles for business.

Any business where employees drive their own cars for work

Motor Carrier Cargo Coverage

Covers cargo in your care, custody, and control while transporting.

For-hire trucking and delivery companies

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